All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.

Guide to income tax and benefits: 2022 tax year

British Columbia
March 24, 2021

With taxes due on April 30, 2023 (extended to May 1, 2023 because April 30 is a Sunday), the Alzheimer Society of B.C. has prepared our annual guide to income tax and benefits to provide some basic tips that may be useful for people living with dementia and their caregivers.

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Webinar video: Long-term care and COVID

British Columbia
February 24, 2021

This January, we hosted a special webinar on the impact of COVID-19 on people living with dementia in long-term care. Couldn't join us on the day? You can still watch the video and learn more about issues facing families in B.C.

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Learn strategies for family dynamics in dementia caregiving

British Columbia
January 6, 2021

As a caregiver, 'drawing the line’ with family members can be uncomfortable and difficult, especially when there are conflicting perceptions of what the best care is for the person living with dementia.

Language- and culturally-specific support for the Chinese community

Dementia in the Days of COVID-19: Jim's story

British Columbia
December 18, 2020

Jim Mann, a longtime advocate and member of the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s Advisory Group of People Living with Dementia, shines a light on the lesser-known impacts of COVID-19 on people living with dementia.

Jim Mann smiling broadly.